When talking to a group of teenage girls, the LPN is told, "Cholesterol is like poison; I think it should just be removed from everything." Which of the following is the best response by the nurse?
A. "Cholesterol is key to blood cell formation and proper sleep-wake cycles."
B. "Cholesterol is a building block of proteins so we need it for our muscles and brain to function properly."
C. "Our body makes cholesterol, so there is no need to include it in your diet."
D. "Cholesterol is needed for hormone synthesis and stabilizes cell membranes, so in moderate amounts, it is an important component of a balanced diet."
D
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